Easy Apple Salad
Crunchy apples, celery, walnuts, and tart cranberries tossed in a light, tangy yogurt-mayo dressing. Fresh, fast, and crowd-friendly.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp fine sea salt
- 0.13 tsp black pepper
- 3 cup chopped crisp apples about 3 medium apples
- 0.75 cup chopped celery
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts lightly toasted for extra crunch, optional
- 0.33 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cup torn lettuce leaves for serving, optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
- Core and dice the apples. Add them to the bowl and gently toss to coat.
- Fold in celery, walnuts, cranberries, and parsley until everything is evenly dressed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a pinch of salt or a splash of lemon if needed.
- Serve right away or chill briefly. Spoon over lettuce leaves if using.
Notes
Variation: Swap walnuts with pecans, or use raisins instead of cranberries. Add a pinch of cinnamon for cozy warmth. For extra protein, stir in diced cooked chicken.
Storage: Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. For best crunch, fold in nuts just before serving.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Apple Salad flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.